Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · HealthMan threatens self-immolation outside Bergamo courthouse over custody ban (March 2026). Why Italian family courts lack mental health support and what help exists.
Politics · CultureSenate President La Russa's remark to female journalist reignites debate on sexism in Italian politics. Women journalists demand institutional change.
Economy · PoliticsIran's Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens Italy's energy security, driving up gas and fuel costs. What residents and businesses in Italy need to know about rising inflation.
Politics · National NewsItaly's March 22-23 referendum decides judicial reform. Understand how separating prosecutors from judges impacts your rights and the Italian justice system.
Politics · National NewsCan't travel home for Italy's March referendum? Register as a poll observer by March 15 to vote where you live—a workaround for 5M out-of-town residents.
Economy · PoliticsItaly considers activating rarely-used mobile excise mechanism to cut fuel prices near €2/liter using VAT surplus. Government and opposition align on pump relief for residents.
Politics · ImmigrationProposed Italian law would ban face veils in public, with up to 3 years prison for coercion. How it affects residents, citizenship, and family law.
Politics · National NewsPM Meloni addresses Parliament March 11 on Iran crisis and EU summit timing. Opposition claims scheduling dodges referendum debate. Energy security and Italian nationals in Gulf region at stake.
Politics · ImmigrationUil marks 76th anniversary championing persecuted unionists in Iran, Ukraine, Belarus. How Italy's major union advances global worker rights.